Compassion, Train Tracks, & Almost Officially PPK

There is never a dull moment with Jacob. This happened last week but I forgot to write about it until now...I was thinking about it & it always makes me laugh. We were trying to get out the door when I couldn't find Jacob's shoes. So I ask, "Jakey were are your shoes?" Jacob's response, "Will you just show me some compassion...I can't find them!" Compassion? At 4 years old? Oh Jacob! I told Ruben I was glad he was there to hear that because he probably wouldn't have believed me. That boy is too smart.

Last night we had a train track building contest...I won! Jacob loves Thomas and probably has over 30 of his friends and tons and tons of track. Ruben & I each built a track and had Jacob choose which one he liked best. He choose mine...but to Ruben's defense he couldn't finish his cause I used most of the track. Jacob know every single one of those trains names and if they have a number he knows that too. We have the Thomas Trackmaster edition so that mean motorized trains. Ugh those things get annoying after a while. Even if they fall off the track they keep running & running until you turn them off. The sound gets annoying real fast but Jacob loves them...I guess I just don't understand "boy" toys. I guess I will have to wait until Madelyn gets older so I can play Barbie's with her...haha.

So the first day of Pearland ISD is fastly approaching & so is Primrose's (they follow PISD calendar). August 24 is the big day. On that day Primrose will have an "official 1st day" of school & that means Jakey Jake will officially be in Pre-K. He is in the PPK class now but during summer they do more fun things like their field trips and such. They will be handing out the packets to start ordering their uniforms this week. Crazy. We have already bought a couple of uniform shorts but the shirts we have to get through Primrose...they have the school name and logo on them. I can't wait...he's gonna look so cute in his uniform.

10 more days until George! I couldn't be more excited! & the day after we will be going to the Astros game & after the game Jacob will be able to run the bases. So awesome....probably be one of the best weekends in my life....George Strait & the Astros...nothing makes me happier...haha! Can't wait!!

Scrathed Face & A Trip To The Beach

Let's first back track to Thursday. Thursday was supposed to be Jacob & Madelyn's last day of swimming lessons but thanks to mother nature it rained and it got cancelled. Since the weather was clear on Friday they had a make up class on Friday instead. They both got completion certificates which was so cute. Now to the start of Friday. On Friday Jacob's class went on a field trip to see the circus. I went but had to follow in my own car (the rules of the bus...no parent rides on the bus, they must always follow in their own car and the children have to ride to & back on the bus...they can't leave with their parents.) So we have a great time at the circus and after & I said bye to Jacob & went and ran some errands. I told my sister that I would pick up Madelyn from school too since I was going to take them both to swimming lessons. I picked up Madelyn in her class first and then we walked down to Jacob's. I guess I was focusing on Madelyn more and didn't notice Jacob had 3 scratches on his face (1 was very deep) until we got to the end of the hall so I asked what happened. He said a boy named Christopher scratched him on the bus on the way back to school. WHAT? I was furious the teacher didn't tell me. I went back into the class and asked the teacher what happened. To her defense she was not on the field trip so she probably didn't know what happened. She asked Jacob again what happened and he told her the same thing so she called over Christopher and asked his side of the story. He admitted he scratched Jacob but said he did it because Jacob wasn't nice to him and didn't want to be his friend. The teacher told him to apologize but he didn't...his response..."Well maybe if he would be my friend I wouldn't scratch him"...omg...I seriously wanted to go & punch that boy! At home Jacob is a typical boy but when he goes to school he knows to behave and always does. He usually doesn't play with Christopher because he is so rough and gets into trouble. Jacob respects every one and plays with every one but distances himself from Christopher because of his behavior...& honestly I think he is pretty smart to already distinguish the difference and judging what type of people he wishes to surround himself with. During this time a girl from his class comes out and gives Jacob a hug & says "I'm sorry Jacob that Christopher is so mean" it was the sweetest thing. So the teacher says she will find out what happened and talk to his parents. I was a little scared for Ruben to see Jacob's face...I knew he would be furious. We went home and put some medicine on it and my mom suggest I call the school and make sure they talk to his parents. I did and they understood. So we went to swim class and Jacob did great. I was in the pool with Madelyn and my mom & Ruben's parents watched Jacob. After class we all went out for dinner. When we got home Ruben was upset with Jacob's face. He is very protective of Jacob so I think it honestly hurt him more than anything.

On to Saturday...we woke up around 3:30 a.m. and I got ready as Ruben packed up the car...we were off to the beach! I had packed the night before so it was just a matter of getting our bags into the car as well as snacks, sand toys, and Ruben's fishing pole. We headed to my mom's around 4:15 a.m. and they followed us to the beach. We got there around 5:30 and set everything up and sat and watched the sun set...it was so amazing. Ruben went and fished for a while while my mom, dad, sister, Jacob, Madelyn & I played in the sand and water. Madelyn loved it. We all had a great time. When we were there a man was fishing fairly close to us and guess what he caught...a Hammerhead Shark. It was crazy. We went over to see it and Jacob was just amazed...I was scared...we were just in that water playing close to it...ahh! The man set it free and we didn't get back in the water after that. We left the beach around 11:00 a.m. and went and rode the fairy just for the fun of it. We were all pooped and ready for some lunch and a big nap!! I was so happy we went to the beach as a family and watched to sun rise...it was beautiful. On the way home we got some McDonald's and Jacob was so tired he kept falling asleep with a nugget in his mouth. We kept him up so he would nap at home. We got home and showered and slept for about 3 hours. It was a much needed nap. The rest of the night we just watched movies and took it easy.
This morning when I dropped Jacob off at school the teacher that was on the field trip was there. She told me what happened and that the school wrote a letter to Christopher's parents and from now on Christopher is not allowed to sit next to anyone on the bus...he has to sit with a teacher. I felt bad for him getting in trouble but it just upset me that he would put his hands on Jacob when Jacob never did anything to him.

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House Hunting = Stressful

Ruben & I have been looking for a house for months now. Boy has it been stressful & many times I have gotten my hopes up. Well Friday night Jacob stayed the night at my parent's house because in the morning we were going to look at a couple of houses. So Saturday morning we met with our agent (& longtime friend) at 2 houses in Twin Lakes. The one we originally interested in needed a lot of work (pictures can be deceiving) and right now with work and school we don't have the time for something like that. We saw another in that neighbor hood that was beautiful and something we were looking for so I thought we were going to have some luck. The only downfall...behind the house was the Pearland Police Station...Ruben wasn't to fond of that. We then looked at 2 houses....1 in West Oaks and 1 in Silverlake....both were beautiful & what we have been looking for. The problem....they both had bids on them so we would have to decided right then and there if we too would like to put a bid on it. Ruben is the type to stop and think about things...not rushed into things. This is a long term investment and he is not going to be rushed into something unless he feels it is the right thing for us. We don't want to rush into something as big as buying a house. He said if it was meant to be it would be...not rushed. So therefore we are still looking. Ugh!! When will we find what we are looking for?!! Our time will come & I am sure we will be happy we waited...hopefully we don't have to wait too much longer.

So today kicks off our 2nd (and last) week of swimming lessons. Jacob did great last week! I hope it doesn't rain this week so we can finish up our lessons.

"Were They Hot?"

I totally forgot to mention this yesterday...

On Monday after work Ruben went to a dr. appointment. When he came home Jacob & I were in the kitchen and we were talking getting ready to leave for his swimming lesson. Ruben was trying to tell me a story of these 2 girls that worked at the dr. office and something they had did. So the conversation went like this...

Ruben: "Oh guess what...these 2 girls that work at my dr. office..."
Jacob: "Were they hot?"

Ruben didn't even get a chance to finish the sentence...without pause like it was a gut reaction my son hears the word girl and automatically asks if they were hot. Are you kidding me? We couldn't stop laughing. What am I going to do with him? Ruben of course on the other hand was proud.

Day 2 of swimming lessons yesterday went even better than the 1st. I am really proud of Jacob. We have lessons again tonight as well as Thursday and Monday - Thursday of next week. He is going to be exhausted!

A Day of Remembrance & Celebration

Today would have been my Tia Nena's 61st birthday. Unfortunately she went home to be with the Lord on November 14, 2005. We love and miss her everyday. We say she is Jacob's guardian angel. I strongly believe that. I have her picture on my visor of my car...I feel as though she watches over and protects me as I drive. I love looking up everyday and know she is smiling down on me & my whole family. We love you Tia!!

Today is also a day of celebration...today Ruben has been sober for 21 months. I am so proud of him! You have truly changed for the better and have given Jacob an amazing role model to look up to. Jacob & I are so proud of you! We love you!!

Yesterday was the first day of Jacob's and Madelyn's swimming lessons. They both did great. Jacob listened and had a great time. He even jumped in the pool 3 times...which I didn't think he would...he really surprised me. Last years swimming lessons were a disaster, so this year we are off to a great start. My sister & Madelyn did the Mommy & me class which was way on the other side of the pool. All of a sudden I hear Madelyn scream and start to cry I looked over & she is out of the pool. That girl loves the water! As soon as they put her back in she was laughing again. Haha! I hope today is a good as yesterday was!

Thank Goodness

Madelyn's surgery went well! Thank you God!! We got to Texas Children's around 9:45 a.m....we were supposed to be there at 9:30 a.m. but were pulled over on the side of 288 for a little while...Madelyn threw up so we had to get her and her car seat cleaned up. Back on the road we arrive and my heart just melts. Seeing all those sick kids there made me so sad. Day to day we take advantage of our life's and don't stop to realize how lucky we are. I am so lucky Jacob is healthy and I don't take time to really realize it. There were kids in the pj's, kids hooked up to machines...it just broke my heart. I thanked God right then and there for all the blessings I have been blind sighted by. I called Ruben to tell him I loved him and to also thank God for everything we have. Back to Madelyn...the surgery only took about 30 minutes and recovery about 30 minutes. When my sister & brother in law brought her into the waiting room she was acting like nothing had happened to her. She is a trooper! Thank Goodness everything turned out fine & no more ear infections!!

Saturday was a lazy day for us. We ran to Wal-mart & Target to get a couple of things and then we hung around the house all day. Sunday we were up early for a baptismal. Right after the baptismal we picked up a quick lunch and headed home to change. Ruben's family was throwing his cousin a surprise party so we headed to Galena Park. We stayed for a bit and then Ruben dropped Jacob & I off at my sisters so we could all go pick up my mom from the airport. She made it home safely...thank goodness & with souvenirs for all of us.

This week will be a busy one. Jacob & Madelyn will start swimming lessons today. Everyday for 2 weeks. This is Jacob's 2nd time with swimming lessons so I hope this time goes better than last time. I think this time he is ready...last year he wasn't. He also has 2 field trips at school so he is always excited about that.

Surgery & A Birthday Letter To An Amazing Friend

Tomorrow is a big day. Both scary and happy. I will talk about the scary part first....tomorrow my niece, Madelyn, will be having surgery. It's nothing major but surgery none the least. We will be going to Texas Children's early in the morning and they will be putting tubes in her ears. She has had over 5 double ear infections since she was born (now she is 1) and the Dr says that is too many. My sister had the same surgery when she was younger. The surgery is common and easy but the thought of them putting my sweet baby niece under anesthesia freaks me out. My mom is in Vegas right now so I know that her not being there makes it much more harder on my sister. Madelyn is a fighter and a tough little girl and I know deep down she will be ok...my auntie senses on the other hand wishes it was me instead of her...I hate to see her in pain. Please pray for the Dr hands as they perform this surgery on Madelyn and pray everything turns out well.

On a brighter note...tomorrow is Anakin's 1st birthday! Happy birthday turtle!!
Katrina,
You have been my best friend since we were in the 6th grade...so that's like 12 years...wow 12 years! Watching you grow from a little girl to a mother has truly been a blessing to me. You are an amazing person, friend, and mom. I thank God everyday you are in my life. The day you told me you were moving to NY was one of the hardest days of my life. It was hard because I felt like I was going to loose you. I thought you would be hundreds of miles away and forget about me. I was going to miss hanging out, going out to eat and all of our girl talks. I felt like I was loosing part of my heart that day. It took a lot of time to adjust to not having you there. When I saw pictures of Dani and you together I knew you were where you were supposed to be. I knew you were happy and that was all that mattered. Before you even called to tell me you were pregnant...I already knew. I think we have known each other for so long we just know whats going on with each other. I was so happy for you...I knew you would be an amazing mother...most in part because you too had an amazing mother. I know you had a long pregnancy but when he finally did come I can just imagine the amount of love your heart filled up with. Meeting Anakin for the 1st time was amazing. He was a mini version of you for me to love. He has a smile that could light up a room. May God bless Anakin on his special day as well as always. He is a miracle! Celebrate his birthday because he will never have a 1st birthday again! Things change but our friendship never will. I am so proud of all you have done and so proud of the mother you have become. I'm still waiting to have farms next to each other with cows and motor scooters so we can race each other and I wont have to keep asking you for your address! Haha! I love you and the birthday boy, Anakin!!!

Love,
Jess

P.S. Can I buy you some cereal? Ahh never gets old!!!

& I can't wait until Anakin gets my present...your gonna die!!! Haha!

Chicken Fried

Bless his heart...he only knows the chorus. He loves this song! He asks every time we are in the car to listen to it. Gotta love his effort & air guitar!

Happy 4th Of July

Some pictures I took of Jacob Ryan & Madelyn Grace. Love them!
Happy 4th of July!

Boycotting George Strait?

Ok little back story here...I have the WORST luck when it comes to buying concert tickets. I am a huge George Strait fan...so when he comes to the Rodeo I make sure that I go to that concert. So the last time he came to the Rodeo was in 2007. I waited in line for 2 hours prior to the time they went on sale & was the 3rd person in line trying to get tickets. I did this so I could try and get good seats...did that happen...no! I waited in line for over 2 hours and got crummy seats...I don't get it! Any seat is a good seat as long as I am there for George I guess. So he didn't come in 2008 or 2009. Little disappointed but that's ok. I went a couple of times to the rodeo those 2 years but vowed I would never wait in line to get concert tickets again. So a few months ago they announce George Strait is coming with Sugar Land, Blake Shelton, and Julianne Hough...are you kidding me! I have seen Sugar Land twice & they are awesome & I got to see Blake Shelton at a private party at my mom's job last year & was like 2 feet away...it was amazing. I have proof: Haha ok anyway. So I said to myself...I am not going to stand in line for tickets. Nope, no way! So during this time my mom keeps teasing me that I am not going to get tickets to the show. She finds ways of bringing it up but I am not going to give in. I told her I was boycotting George Strait.

So yesterday Ruben & I got tickets for the August 9th Astros game. Jacob is a Astros Buddie Club member & on that day Buddie club members can run the bases after the game so we made sure to get tickets for that day since that is the last day they will be doing that. So Jacob & I went over to my moms to take some 4th of July pictures of Jacob & Madelyn. We were all sitting at the table & I was telling them that we were going to the Astros game on Sunday, August 9. My mom pops up and says, "What day?" and I tell her again. She goes over to her purse and comes back to the table and puts something in front of my sister & I. It took a second to understand what it was since I wasn't expecting anything. It's tickets to the George Strait concert on Saturday, August 8. My eyes filled up with tears and I hugged my mom...I couldn't believe it. She had them since they went on sale & never told us. What a great surprise...I LOVE MY MOM!! I was totally not expecting that...it was amazing...so needless to say the boycotting of George Strait is over.